Middlebury Acupuncture

05/05/2024

Whole Review- Anna is a life saver. Back in the winter 2022 I was suffering from pretty severe depression. I didn’t want to go back on persciption medication and so I used other resources for help. I was super nervous about getting acupuncture as I am terrified of needles. Anna helped talk me through the process and made me feel safe and comfortable. I went from feeling like I was about to have a panic attack to the most relaxed I’ve ever been in a matter of minutes. I saw Anna weekly for treatments and my mood improved, my appetite improved, I was sleeping better and crying less. In the span of 3 week/3 sessions I felt so much better. Each session I could feel my body slip into a state of deep relaxation, one that I could carry with me throughout my week. After our first session I remember feeling more relaxed than after a full body massage. I felt like I could breathe again. I continued to see Anna weekly. Recently I injured my back doing yoga. I know, how does one do that? I moved in a way where I felt pain in my back and I didn’t stop like I should have. I was experiencing back pain 24/7 and a sharp pinching pain. I pulled something, and it was not going to go away on its own. Anna performed face down treatments on me and did acupuncture on my back. Along with the acupuncture she did cupping. Within 2 sessions I was no longer having back pain that kept me up at night. While Anna continues to work on my back it is fully healed now. I told her I was going to see a physical therapist and maybe a chiropractor but that really hasn’t been necessary. Anna also is helpful with regulating my hormones. If my period is late, she can make it come. When I had my IUD she helped ease the daily struggles of my body being overloaded with hormones. If you struggle with muscle pain, back pain, depression or anxiety, or just life in general I highly recommend Anna. She saved my life and I know she can do wonders for you as well.—Elise

Thank you for your kind words, Elise! I’m so happy that I was able to help. :)

05/03/2024

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Middlebury Acupuncture is here to help! Our acupuncturist, Anna Fleischer, specializes in treating a variety of mental health conditions from anxiety and ADHD to depression and PTSD. Acupuncture can be extremely effective in treating these conditions through its ability to encourage a parasympathetic response in the body. The simple act of needling certain acupuncture points can retrain the nervous system to regulate itself over time. Similarly, acupuncture has been found to enhance mood by releasing endorphins and reducing cortisol levels, helping the body to moderate its response to stress.

Likewise, the vagus nerve can be stimulated through acupuncture which can directly calm the body and mind. If activated, the vagus nerve can balance body systems by regulating the heart rate, slowing respiration, and promoting restful sleep, which has an overall positive effect on mood and well-being. If you are suffering from any of these conditions or feel that we can help, please give us a call at 802-377-5735.

04/24/2024

04/20/2024

Anna Fleischer is a licensed Acupuncturist, board-certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) in the state of Vermont. Graduating with honors from the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine, Anna specializes in treating both acute and chronic conditions that range from headache disorders to menstrual irregularities. With a specialty in Mental Health, she focuses on fostering the body’s innate ability to heal itself by bringing each of its systems into balance, promoting overall well-being. Anna also treats pediatric patients for their mental wellbeing and sees children primarily for conditions like anxiety and ADHD. There are many aspects involved in restoring the body’s health, which are included in Anna’s practice of Acupuncture. From treatments that use electrically stimulated acupuncture points and cupping to the healing herb moxa applied over the skin, Anna incorporates various healing modalities in her treatment sessions. Throughout her life, Anna has always had an interest in nutrition and the effects it can have on the body. In 2013, Anna gained her Master’s degree in Food Studies from Chatham University’s School of Sustainability and the Environment in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During her time at Chatham, she not only learned nutritional counseling but also made it a point to focus on where our food comes from by majoring in Sustainable Agriculture. By working on the student-run farm, she was able to understand why the implementation of ecological farming practices was important not only for our environment but also our body’s inner ecology. This holistic way of viewing earth systems inspired Anna to seek a comprehensive and natural approach to our own body’s well-being which led her to begin her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Anna understands that optimal health takes an integrated approach and she is invested in putting in the time to reach each patient’s individual health care goals.

04/15/2024

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